Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fir Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fir Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fir Grove Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fir Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fir Grove Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#253 out of 740 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
33%
25%
Black
2%
2%
White
46%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fir Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Fir Grove Elementary School is ranked #253 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend Fir Grove Elementary School?
334 students attend Fir Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Fir Grove Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fir Grove Elementary School?
Fir Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fir Grove Elementary School offer ?
Fir Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fir Grove Elementary School part of?
Fir Grove Elementary School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Fir Grove Elementary School located?
Fir Grove Elementary School is located in the Highland neighborhood of Beaverton, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Highland.
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